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Trades, Apprenticeship

A partnership between the ITA and WorkBC is the new Apprentice Job Match. Aimed as helping apprentices connect with employers and employers connect with apprentices you will want to check out these "how to" videos on Youtube.

The Industry Training Authority (ITA) oversees trades training programs and apprenticeships for BC. The ITA is a comprehensive resource for current apprentices and their employers, as well as for those considering apprenticeship for their career. What is an apprentice? What different trades careers are available? Learn about the shortage of skilled tradespeople and how to become an apprentice.

The Interprovincial Standards (Red Seal) Program was established to provide greater mobility for skilled workers across Canada. This Website will enable you to learn more about apprenticeship, trades, the Red Seal and certification.

STEP is a no-fee employment program that works to match potential workers with employers; assists eligible people by presenting them with opportunities for training and employment; and works with new employees and employers to ensure a good employment fit. They have several programs to help workers enter a trade and begin their apprenticeship.

VICA’s primary goal is to support the construction industry and building community. From owners, consultants, engineers and architects to construction contractors, membership opens access to comprehensive services, programs and resources you won’t find anywhere else.

A non–profit organization that acts as the provincial voice of firms active in the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, and Multi-Family Residential Construction Industry. Has links to employers, news, trades training and employment programs and resources The association’s mandate is to provide leadership and excellence in the representation of and service to British Columbia’s construction industry.

The British Columbia and Yukon Territory Building and Construction Trades Council is an umbrella organization for construction unions in the province of British Columbia. Currently there are 20 unions in the province who are affiliated to the BCYT-BCTC. Together, these unions represent 40,000 members and highly skilled craft workers throughout BC and the Yukon Territory. Check out this Archive of TradeTalk Magazines for the latest news in BC construction.

This site has been designed to provide a quick and accurate method in matching up your trade skills with similar trades in other sectors, and to present a list of additional skill sets that are required to enter that sector.

Offers training in several trades including Automotive Service Technician, Cook, Electrical, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Cabinetmaking, Plumbing & Heating and Metal Fabrication and many more. The college also offers a new trades introduction program.

This website provides comprehensive information for Canadian workers who are interested in the trades. Measure your trade skills against Canadian Standards. It includes detailed occupational information, prospects, resume builder and your own web space to profile your qualifications and share them with employers